Burnout is ever present in American life–and we’re all paying for it. Chronically stressed and overtired employees are more likely to experience decreased productivity, absenteeism, and even more serious conditions such as depression and anxiety. From big-picture endeavors such as plenty of PTO to smaller gestures such as stocking the workplace with snacks and ergonomic office supplies, there’s no shortage of ways to support your team. We cover a few of the basics here:
Foster a Healthy Work/Life Balance
An appropriate work/life balance is the most important factor to work toward. Although there’s only so much you can do to encourage healthy working hours, aim to give your team the day off for holidays and accommodate flexible schedules whenever possible. When employees know that the company’s culture promotes self-care and time off to take care of life’s demands, they’ll feel more comfortable creating a reasonable work/life balance.
Remind Employees to Use PTO
It’s a fact that offering paid time off (PTO) is one of the best ways to attract and retain top talent. We all need time to relax and recharge–and taking time off (with pay) is a tried-and-true way to come back feeling more productive. When employees are joining the team from a different work environment, they may be hesitant to use PTO at first. This is where a manager’s role can make all the difference: be sure to remind team members to use PTO when it’s available! Sending out a reminder once a quarter is a great place to start.
Conduct Regular Check-Ins
Keeping an open line of communication is critical for relationship building. Hosting one-on-one meetings is an excellent strategy for understanding employees’ progress, goals, and frustrations. During these chats, consider discussing plans for the week, identifying possible problems and solutions, and even having casual conversations. Mutual trust goes a long way in creating strong teams, so weekly heart-to-hearts can help you get to know each other and keep an eye out for signs of burnout.
Burnout goes beyond feeling tired or needing a break. This problem doesn’t happen overnight and can have serious implications for the individual, as well as everyone on the team. By taking the tips mentioned here into consideration, you can help prevent burnout from happening in the first place. In addition to building solid relationships and focusing on a positive company culture, you can show appreciation by investing in breakroom stocking services and high-quality office supplies.
We’re all more productive (and happier) when our bodies have the fuel we need to get us through the day, and the EON team can help. Our offerings go far beyond office supplies, and we’d love to assist you with stocking the breakroom with must-haves. To learn more about our products and services, please contact our customer service department.
